POLICE are appealing to trace missing Usama Arad, 15, who was last seen in the Marske area on Friday, May 14.

He is 5 ft 5 “tall with black hair which is curly on top and short on the sides.

He was last seen wearing a blue padded jacket, black/grey Nike trainers, a black/ blue tracksuit and he was carrying a black rucksack.

It is believed he has connections in the Northumbria or Birmingham areas but he could by anywhere in the country.

It is possible he is travelling with another male but this cannot be confirmed.

Anyone who may have seen him is asked to contact Cleveland Police on 101.